Prospex Recruitment

Creative Artworker Location: Berkhamsted Salary: DOE Role: Contribute to the overall performance of the Artworking and Digital team through the delivery of high quality, accurate artwork for a wide range of print and digital based projects. Demonstrate a good understanding of the technical aspects of Artworking and Digital file build production ensuring all client requirements are met. Generate error free artwork, in accordance with the relevant brand guidelines (following the departmental process). Ensure all job data is filed in the correct place and follows correct naming conventions for relevant departments. Ensure all completed artworks and digital files are sent to QC for checking before being released. Accurately record all time entries for production work undertaken onto the company timesheet system. Provide alternative solutions when a client brief is not working, or falls outside of brand guidelines. Manage and maintain the department's master icon / image library. Ensure artwork consistency within projects by using the correct profiles for CMYK and RGB during print and digital crossover. Create physical mock-ups of any artwork where necessary (following the departmental process). Provide location and product visuals when requested in order to demonstrate artwork in position. Support the team and account managers with technical knowledge and options regarding the possible print and digital file formats available. Remain professional and productive when work pressures are high and deadlines are imminent. Help promote a quality culture, and performance improvement, throughout the business. Liaise with Project Managers and Quality Control in a professional manner when discussion is required to clarify job details. Maintain, and where possible improve, the efficiency of the department. Requirements: Experience as a packaging artworker with a creative mindset Experience with design roll out Excellent FMCG packaging experience Previous food and beverage packaging experience Adobe Creative Suite skills specifically Illustrator Expert knowledge of packaging artwork and associated printing Ensure the service and delivery we provide to our clients is best in class Apply: Please email your full CV details to us. All applications are strictly confidential, and your details will not be shared without your consent. Key words; artwork / artworker / creative artwork / repro / repro artworker / Mac operator / packaging / print / branding / illustrator / Adobe CS / design / designer / packaging artwork / packaging creative artworker / graphic artworker / packaging designer

Senior Adaptive Designer - Packaging Location: Berkhamsted - 3 days office, 2 home Salary: DOE Company: Our client is at the forefront of creativity to transform brands and connect with consumers in meaningful ways. As part of their team, you will have the opportunity to lead high-profile projects, influence the future of packaging design, and work alongside a talented group of designers, creative adaptive artworkers and client service professionals. This role combines the soul of a designer with the brain of an artworker - taking creative intent and rolling it out across multiple packaging types and print processes. The Senior Adaptive Designer ensures consistency, accuracy, and commercial awareness while creating the foundations that allow the wider team to deliver design intent at scale. The role also involves mentoring others, supporting the Delivery Manager & Design Director, and driving efficiency improvements across adaptive workflows. Create the foundations of adaptive rollout so the wider team can implement design intent effectively Demonstrate strong understanding of brands, client expectations, and commercial realities Lead on range reviews, guidelines, and cheat sheets to establish clear adaptive standards Challenge briefs constructively and propose adaptive solutions where needed Take design intent and adapt it across multiple pack formats, ranges, and print processes Ensure consistency, attention to detail and accuracy across all adaptive outputs Assist with design and brand queries, providing clear solutions and alternative when required Prepare client presentation decks where required Roll out brand changes and update guidelines to reflect new requirements Take the lead on adaptive functions, providing support to the wider team and clients Support and mentor team members to build technical and adaptive capability Work closely with the Design Director to align adaptive delivery with creative vision Stay current with packaging, print processes, and adaptive best practices Be an active team player and contribute to team meeting discussions to help inspire the design team Requirements Proven experience in adaptive design/artwork within packaging and branding Strong knowledge of packaging formats, print processes, and technical production requirements Ability to take design intent and adapt it consistently across multiple SKUs and Formats Ensure high standards of typography and visualisation Experience producing and maintaining brand guidelines, range reviews, and cheat sheets Strong commercial awareness, balancing creativity with efficiency Excellent problem-solving skills, able to challenge briefs and propose workable alternatives Confident in preparing client-facing presentation decks when needed Strong communicator, able to inspire and explain adaptive rationale to clients and colleagues Experience in mentoring and supporting other team members Organised, deadline-focused, and able to manage complex adaptive projects Awareness of evolving adaptive technologies, workflows, and best practices Apply: Please email your full CV details to us. All applications are strictly confidential, and your details will not be shared without your consent. Key words; artwork / artworker / packaging / print / Adobe CS / illustrator / photoshop / indesign / creative / design / designer / packaging design / print design / middleweight designer / senior designer / adaptive design / adaptive designer / senior designer / senior adaptive designer /

Graphics Project Manager Location: Stansted, Essex Salary: DOE Company: A leading large format signage and display company with a strong portfolio of clients. Our client operates across the UK and oversees, predominantly providing exhibition and display solutions. Role: We are looking for a talented Project Manager to join our client s team on a full-time basis and oversee the successful execution of projects. You will plan and designate project resources - ensuring all departments are provided with the specific project information to enable the correct and timely manufacture and installation. On occasion the preparation of budgets and/or estimates may be required. Liaising and communicating directly with clients is extremely important, by way of face-to-face meetings, email and / or telephone conversations. In the role you will be tasked with managing new and existing client accounts on a day-to-day b basis whilst possessing the drive to go out and win contracts with new clients. Proposing and costing signage solutions to clients. Serve as a day-to-day contact. Participate in meetings with existing clients and internal teams. Ensures high quality standards in all client deliverables. Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget. Requirements: Looking for an account manager/project manager with experience in the signage/large format or events industry, however, we would consider someone within a similar role so long as their industry / background is relatable to the types of service we provide, e.g. materials, creative for property / events, etc. This experience may be site or project management based. Someone with energy, who currently enjoys working within the signage (or similar) industry and is looking for a varied role working from both behind the desk and onsite. The successful candidate will take a flexible approach to the role, acknowledging that they will get out of it what they put in. The successful candidate will be someone with a high level of attention to detail and have the ability to think outside of the box. Proven working experience in project / account management. Knowledge of exhibitions Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills Apply: Please email your full CV details to us. All applications are strictly confidential, and your details will not be shared without your consent. Key words; account manager / project manager / project manager / customer service / client services / project management / signage / POS / display / LED / sign and display / large format / print / events / Exhibitions / Stansted / Essex / Project Coordinator

Signage Designer Location: Gateshead, Tyne and Wear Salary: DOE Company: A leading signage and display company Role: An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Signage Designer to join our growing client in Gateshead, Tyne and Wear area. The Role: Create high-quality artwork for signage, vehicle graphics, wall graphics, window graphics, exhibition displays and large-format print projects. Prepare production-ready artwork for printing, vinyl cutting, CNC routing and laser cutting. Design and amend customer artwork in line with brand guidelines and project specifications. Use of Adobe Suite, Photoshop, CorelDraw To ensure all files are complete and ready for printing according to printer specification Working closely with the sales department to produce drawings for clients Working with the production department to produce detailed manufacture drawings Requirements: Previous experience within a signage, print, vehicle graphics, or large-format production environment. Working knowledge of Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and CorelDraw Excellent understanding of print production processes, colour management, and artwork setup. Experience creating artwork for large-format printing and vinyl graphics. Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work to multiple deadlines whilst under pressure Willing to support paid overtime hours when needed Good verbal and written communication skills Strong organisational skills Apply: Please email your full CV details to us. All applications are strictly confidential, and your details will not be shared without your consent. Key Words: Sign Designer, Graphic Designer, Artworker, Signage Artworker, Signage Designer, Pre Press Artworker, Print Artworker, Gateshead, Newcastle, Tyne and Wear

Rewinder / Print Finisher - Packaging & Labels Location: Nottingham Salary: DOE Company: A leading packaging and labels manufacturer. Role : An excellent opportunity has arisen for a rewinder / print finisher to join a leading organisation. You will work within a press team and be responsible for completing the finishing of the master reel to clients specifications. The operator transforms the printed product into a usable form through slitting, rewinding and counting, while carrying out inspection of the printed labels or reels. Operating finishing machine to convert materials to finished goods. Ability to read and follow work order specifications. Setup and operation of rewind machines. Good eye for detail required to inspect quality of labels and produce jobs to the instructions provided. Strong IT skills required to operate using management information system. Ad hoc tasks: packing and other finishing tasks. Job may also require assisting in other areas of production. Requirements: Experience working within a packaging and/or self-adhesive labels manufacturer Rewind experience preferable Print finishing QC / inspection experience Team player Ability to work well in a high pressure environment Strong communication skills Progression opportunities also available for the right candidate! Apply: Please email your full CV details to us. All applications are strictly confidential, and your details will not be shared without your consent. Key words; print finisher / print / packaging / self-adhesive labels / flexographic / flexo / labels / rewind / rewinder / inspection / quality control / machine operator / machine assistant / print finish / finisher / slitter / slitting / slitter operator / conversion

Job description: Job Title: Stock Control Manager Location: Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire Company: Global leading organisation serving indoor, outdoor and online markets. Salary: DOE Role: The post holder will hold responsibility for the overall stock control for the organisation, including the development, performance and maintenance of processes to produce efficient systems and deliver stock accuracy throughout our clients business. Key responsibilities Maintain good working practices & processes Suggest improved working methods & initiate implementation Ensure wider logistics team understands stock control, its importance and that all are working together to achieve accuracy Performing physical inventory counts regularly to ensure system records match the actual inventory levels Confirm stocks being returned from machines are clearly labelled with item code & quantities match MIS Make sure returned stock is put away at the earliest opportunity Maintain stock accuracy by updating the system in a timely manner Investigate stock discrepancies, find problems and implement solutions Ensure stock is securely wrapped/strapped and stored adequately to ensure no damage Check that stock areas are clean & tidy Work with Goods In function to resolve delivery and stock queries Have a flexible approach to the role Be responsible & available for the monthly stock checks, completing & sending the required reports Attend meetings as & when required Requirements Extensive Stock Management experience in print or manufacturing sector Valid FLT licence Strong understanding of stock control management, requirements and dynamics Experienced and knowledgeable of stock management systems Proven track record of implementing improved and robust processes Able to establish strong working relationships across different departments Analytical & literate Excellent communication skills Capable of working on own & part of a team Ability to give instructions & delegate Self motivated Proficiency in inventory software and good general IT competence Apply: Please email your full CV details to us. All applications are strictly confidential, and your details will not be shared without your consent. Key Words: stock control manager / warehouse team leader / warehouse manager / order processor / order processing / warehouse supervisor / stock control supervisor / FLT / large format / digital print / logistics manager

Signage Designer Location: Takeley, Essex Salary: DOE Company: A well-established large format signage and display company. Role: Our client is currently looking for a talented midweight designer to join their well-established team in Takeley, Essex. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating and delivering high-quality design solutions for various projects. The successful candidate will be able to work with 2D design tools to create visual concepts, designs, and layouts that meet our clients' needs within the signage and display industry. Responsibilities: Create and deliver design solutions that meet the briefs provided by clients, ensuring that all designs are of high quality, accurate, and on-brand. Use a range of 2D design software, including Adobe Creative Suite. Work closely with the design team, project managers, production, and other stakeholders to ensure that all projects are delivered on time and to a high standard. Manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritising tasks and meeting deadlines. Stay current with design trends and best practices and bring new ideas and approaches to the team. Communicate effectively with team members, clients, and other stakeholders to ensure that all requirements are understood and delivered. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in design, art, or related field. At least 2 years of experience working in a design-related role, preferably in an agency environment in the signage and display industry. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop. Not required but ideally, basic 3D skills, including experience with SketchUp or Cinema4D Strong attention to detail, with the ability to produce accurate, error-free work. Excellent communication and collaboration skills. Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines. Creative problem-solving skills, with the ability to think outside the box. Key Words: Signage designer / print designer / signage / POS / Print / exhibitions/ design / designer / 3D / 2D / sketch up / CAD / ArtiosCS / Illustrator / InDesign / Photoshop / Cinema4D / SketchUp / Takeley / Essex / Bishops Stortford / Stansted

UV Narrow Web Flexographic Label Printer Location : Buckinghamshire Salary: DOE Company: A leading packaging and self-adhesive labels company. Role : This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic individual, with recent experience of printing on Narrow Web Label Presses to join a well-established company in Buckinghamshire. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience of flexo print & turret rewinders. Specialising in self-adhesive packaging for the food and non-food industries, . Running multi-colour flexo presses Producing high quality labels with a variety of finishes You will be expected to carryout routine machine maintenance and keep the press at optimum condition Ensuring that the area, equipment and machinery are kept clean and tidy Troubleshooting issues with the printing press or print quality Ensuring that all Health, Safety and Environmental Policies relating to your work area are adhered to by you at all times Carry out basic maintenance in accordance with standard procedures Requirements: Hold sufficient and recent flexographic printing experience Have experience operating a flexo printer - Mark Andy, Nilpeter, MPS, Edale etc. The ideal candidate will have previous experience of working within the narrow web label sector - will also consider wide web print Be aware of flexo print process Previously or currently printed labels / packaging preferred Hot foil and screen print experience Demonstrable experience of working to high quality standards Demonstrable experience of good team working & communication skills Apply: Please email your full CV details to us. All applications are strictly confidential, and your details will not be shared without your consent. Key words; Printer / Flexo Printer / Machine Minder / Screen Combination Printer / UV / Narrow Web / Labels / Packaging / MPS / Nilpeter Digital Printer / Digital Print / Mark Andy / Edale / Gallus / Flexographic

Print Finisher / Large Format Printer Location: Glasgow, Scotland Salary: DOE Company: Leading Large Format and Signage company. Role: The purpose of this role is to assist within the production team; ensuring jobs are completed on time and to a high standard. The main task is to assist in the production of high-quality large format digital prints where you will be part of the finishing team, operating a guillotine and finishing machines. Ideally you will have experience working in a similar role. Setting and running guillotine presses Producing large format digital prints Operating a Zund Laminating, cutting and weeding vinyl Applying vinyl to foamex, dibond, acm etc Operating large format printers such as Durst, Swiss Q, Epson, Mimaki, Kongsberg Finishing machines Using software such as Caldera Able to maintain a clean and tidy workplace at all times Requirements: Large format print experience would be an advantage but would consider small format Experience running guillotine machines ideally large Experience working within a print manufacturing background Flexible attitude to working time Apply: Please email your full CV details to us. All applications are strictly confidential, and your details will not be shared without your consent. Key words; large format / print / digital / screen / graphics / machine operator / print assistant / print finisher / guillotine operator / print operator / printer / POS / point of sale / outdoor media / Mimaki / Futoba / Vinyl Operative / Vinyl Applicator / Caldara / Swiss Q /Durst / Epson, Kongsberg